Her Excellency Ohood Al Roumi leads the UAE delegation in the historic UN Summit of the Future

Her Excellency Ohood Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and Future, led the UAE delegation at the Summit of the Future during the 79th UN General Assembly (UNGA79) in New York from September 22-23, 2024.

Through its participation in the historic Summit, the UAE emphasized the importance of building bridges and strengthening multilateralism to address global challenges and build a more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable future for the planet and future generations.

Her Excellency Ohood Al Roumi delivered the UAE’s statement during the plenary of the Summit on 23 September.

During the Summit, Her Excellency called on the international community to reaffirm its commitment to multilateral cooperation; emphasized the UAE’s belief in working towards a future that safely leverages emerging technologies; and encouraged global leaders to meet the challenge of safeguarding the world for the next generation.

“The situation demands that we come together, agree and commit to concrete solutions, prepare for emerging challenges, while reaffirming the Charter of the United Nations and the principles of multilateralism,” said Minister Al Roumi. 

During the Summit, UN member states adopted the Pact for the Future, as well as two annexes: a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. 

In the lead-up to the Summit, the UAE pragmatically engaged to shape these important outcome documents.

These priorities include: addressing climate change, including the “UAE Consensus”; promoting tolerance and peaceful coexistence, and combating hate speech; advancing technology and education; protecting and promoting culture; and supporting the youth, peace and security and women, peace, and security agendas.

The UAE will continue to be an active and constructive partner in the multilateral system, committed to strengthening collaborative efforts that address today's challenges and create effective solutions for a better tomorrow.